Lead Quantity Surveyor — Own Your Projects in London

OCS Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial ownership of projects within a well-established main contractor. You will run your own projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with Project Manager and delivery teams.

The ideal candidate has proven main contractor experience, strong subcontract procurement and solid knowledge of construction contracts and commercial procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a main contractor environment.
• Experience independently managing the commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Strong subcontract procurement and negotiation experience.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial procedures.
• Experience with valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• The confidence to deal directly with subcontractors, clients and project teams.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• A relevant Quantity Surveying / Construction qualification.

Responsibilities

• Taking full commercial responsibility for your allocated projects
• Managing projects from procurement through to final account
• Preparing and managing subcontract and supplier procurement
• Tendering, negotiating and awarding subcontract packages
• Managing subcontractor accounts and payments
• Preparing valuations and payment applications
• Managing variations, compensation events and change control
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Monthly CVRs and commercial reporting
• Monitoring project expenditure and cash flow
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• Negotiating subcontractor accounts and final accounts
• Supporting the Project Manager with commercial and contractual matters
• Working closely with the design and construction teams
• Attending commercial and project meetings
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting to senior management
• Driving the commercial performance of projects through to successful completion

Job description

OCS Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial ownership of projects within a well-established main contractor. You will run your own projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with Project Manager and delivery teams.

The ideal candidate has proven main contractor experience, strong subcontract procurement and solid knowledge of construction contracts and commercial procedures.